043: Chronic Pain in Relationships with Drs. Dustin & Kerry Brockberg

<p><span class="block mb-4">Welcome back to another episode of The Communicate & Connect Podcast! I'm your host, Elizabeth Polinsky, and today we have a very special episode for you.</span></p> <p><span class="block mb-4">Joining us are the dynamic duo of Drs. Dustin and Kerry Brockberg, experts in the field of chronic pain. </span><span class="block mb-4">In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of chronic pain in relationships.</span></p> <p><span class="block mb-4">We often think of pain as purely physical, but it goes beyond that. The "acute pain mindset" that we're all familiar with doesn't apply to chronic pain, which requires ongoing interventions. In this epsiode, we expand our definition of pain to include not just physical pain, but also emotional and social pain.</span></p> <p><span class="block mb-4">Drs. Brockberg</span> <span class= "block mb-4">bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this conversation as we</span> <span class="block mb-4">explore the unique challenges that military service members and veterans face when it comes to chronic pain and reintegrating into society.</span> <span class="block mb-4">We also delve into strategies for chronic pain management, ranging from relaxation techniques to cognitive behavioral therapy. </span><span class="block mb-4">Towards the end of the episode, we discuss the critical role of support systems and acceptance in managing chronic pain. </span></p> <p><span class="block mb-4">So, if you're ready to deepen your understanding of chronic pain in relationships, join us in this episode of The Communicate & Connect Podcast with Drs. Dustin and Kerry Brockberg. It's time to challenge our perceptions and explore new ways of supporting veterans and service members who experience chronic pain. Let's dive in!</span></p> <p>>>>Make sure to like, review, and subscribe to get all the future episodes and help the podcast be found by others who would benefit the most. </p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://pages.communicateandconnectpodcast.com/emailcourse">You can s